George’s Country Sports Bar – Off Fairview, this longtime gay sports bar offers a relaxed, country vibe, with pool, darts, flatscreens, and a super friendly atmosphere.This year, the multi-level mega-club for music and dance is home to the official 2019 Houston Pride Afterparty. Rich’s – Known at the “Studio 54 of the South,” this beloved gay nightclub (established in Midtown in the 1980s) closed for a bit, but thankfully reopened its doors in 2016.
Stop in to drink up or cut-a-rug, and check out its calendar of events, including happy hours, steak nights, karaoke, and free country & western dance classes. Neon Boots Dancehall & Saloon – Set in the same space as the historic Esquire Ballroom on Hempstead (which hosted the likes of Willie Nelson, George Jones, and Patsy Cline), this restored Country Western dancehall and saloon features a massive dance floor, performance stages, and a fresh-faced outdoor patio and deck.Pearl Bar – Over on Washington Avenue, you’ll find Houston’s finest Lesbian bar, rocking a laidback vibe and events like Steak & Bar Bingo on Tuesdays, monthly Queer Latin Nights, and DJ-fueled Girl Parties on the weekends.With a prime location off Fairview and Grant, the fun-loving hangout is known for its flamboyant dining experience and nightly entertainment, from the “Dining with Divas” drag shows to Maryoke-Karaoke and game nights. Hamburger Mary’s – You can eat, drink and be Mary at this popping neighborhood bar and grille.From laidback watering holes to party bars rocking drag shows, karaoke and more, check out the best rainbow-friendly bars in Montrose and beyond. Many of Houston’s finest LGBTQ+ establishments can be found in Montrose-informally known as the “Gay-borhood” thanks to the number of popular gay bars that sit within walking distance, though you’ll also find LGBTQ+ establishments throughout town. In this special edition, we’ll cover the city for the Best Gay & LGBTQ+ Bars around. In our Houston Nightlife: Best Bars, we’ll cover the best night owl watering holes in each neighborhood.
Houston comes alive at night, with dives, cocktail bars, and nightclubs dotting the city.